Lot Essay
Strong well forged iron was required for Katchushi and Tosho tsuba. The Katchushi were actually armour makers, however, when making tsuba, they were obliged to produce strength within limited weight and size.
Ko-Katchushi and Katchushi tsuba have a variety of rims. The techniques used in producing these rims are the same as those used by the armourers for making helmets. The rim of the Katchushi tsuba offered an opportunity to the armourers to display their skill.
Ko-Katchushi and Katchushi tsuba have a variety of rims. The techniques used in producing these rims are the same as those used by the armourers for making helmets. The rim of the Katchushi tsuba offered an opportunity to the armourers to display their skill.